Airport Safety Simulator Trainer - Denver International Airport

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

Denver International Airport (DEN) is seeking an Airport Safety Simulator Trainer to support the development and execution of DEN’s Driver Simulation Program. This role is responsible for managing simulator systems, developing scenario-based training, and integrating simulation into the broader Driver Education and Safety programs to improve operational safety outcomes. This position plays a critical role in advancing safety performance by delivering high-quality, simulation-based training aligned with FAA Part 139 requirements, DEN Rules and Regulations, and Safety Management System (SMS) principles.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.
• Four (4) years of experience conducting technical or operational training in an aviation, transportation, or simulator-based environment, including experience with simulation hardware/software systems.
• Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements.
• By position requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application
• Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.
• FBI criminal background check is required for all positions at Denver International Airport (DEN).
• Employees are also required to report any felony convictions and/or moving violations to maintain this clearance and be eligible for continued employment.
• By position, a pre-employment physical/drug test may be required.
• If weather conditions warrant or an emergency crisis occurs, all DEN employees can be required to work extended hours and/or shifts.
• City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor.
• Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in aviation, airfield operations, or simulator-based training environments
• Strong understanding of FAA Part 139 operations and airfield safety practices
• Experience with simulation systems, scenario development, or training technology
• Ability to analyze performance data and translate into actionable improvements
• Strong communication skills and ability to train diverse operational audiences
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic operational environment
• Technical expertise in simulation systems and training technologies
• Training and instructional delivery (adult learning principles)
• Program management and operational coordination
• Safety awareness and risk management (SMS principles)
• Problem solving and continuous improvement mindset

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain DEN’s driver simulation systems, including configuration, updates, and performance monitoring
• Develop and deliver simulation-based training programs aligned with airfield safety requirements
• Design realistic operational scenarios (low visibility, incursions, FOD, jet blast, wildlife, snow operations)
• Integrate simulator training into DEN’s Driver Education and Infraction Program
• Analyze training performance data to identify trends and improve safety outcomes
• Serve as liaison with simulator vendors, IT, and maintenance teams
• Support development of SOPs, training materials, and technical documentation
• Provide instruction and technical support to trainers and operational personnel
• Support with conducting and scheduling Quality Assurance Reviews

Benefits

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
• 457B Retirement Plan
• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date
• parking is provided

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED